Description
Succulent ribeye steak with French onions showcases classic French culinary elegance on a plate. Caramelized onions and crisp fries complement the perfectly seared meat, offering you a satisfying gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ribeye steak (1-inch thick)
- 2 sweet onions
- 4 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsps salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 cups french fries (homemade or frozen)
- 3 tbsps butter
- 2 tbsps fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a cast-iron skillet to medium-high temperature, coating lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Generously season the ribeye with salt and black pepper, ensuring even coverage across the entire surface.
- Carefully place the steak into the hot skillet, searing for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side to develop a rich, golden-brown crust.
- While the steak cooks, prepare sweet onions by slicing them uniformly and slowly caramelizing in a separate pan with melted butter over medium heat.
- Monitor the steak’s internal temperature, cooking to preferred doneness – medium-rare typically requires 130-135°F.
- Remove the steak from the skillet and let it rest for 5-7 minutes to allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Meanwhile, prepare frozen French fries according to package recommendations, aiming for a crisp exterior and tender interior.
- Transfer the rested ribeye to a serving plate, generously topping with golden-brown caramelized onions.
- Arrange crispy French fries alongside the steak and optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and subtle herbaceous flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the cast-iron skillet is scorching hot before adding the steak to achieve a perfect golden-brown crust that seals in juicy flavors.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, preventing dry meat and maintaining maximum tenderness.
- Slice onions uniformly to guarantee even caramelization, which creates a rich, sweet complement to the robust beef flavor.
- For gluten-free adaptation, replace traditional fries with sweet potato wedges or zucchini fries to maintain the crispy side dish experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 850 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 65 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 40 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 55 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg